The City of West Hollywood will host its 2024 Annual Tree Planting event on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. Four (4) trees will be planted in residential parkway locations at 1146 & 1148 Formosa Avenue.

The tree species selected for this year’s celebration is the paperbark (Melaleuca quinquenervia). Widely planted throughout Southern California, this tree species is native to Australia. The paperbark is a rounded, evergreen tree with a maximum height of 40’ feet. It has a low water use rating and features exfoliating bark and oblong leaves with seasonal flower displays in the summer and fall that will attract pollinators and birds. Sun exposure ranges from partial shade to full sun. Supervision, instruction, and tools and gloves will be provided. The event will start with a short “how-to” planting session, followed by a discussion on the benefits trees provide to our urban environment.

Community members are encouraged to join!